Tip. 1  Trim boxwood hedges a few times during the growing season to prevent damage to the plant. 2  Thin out boxwood hedges to keep them in their natural state.  Consider making the top of the hedge slightly thinner than the bottom to allow more sunlight and moisture to reach the lower branches.
Physical symptoms that may occur prior to a period include abdominal pain and bloating, tender breasts, headaches, swelling of the hands or feet, nausea and weight gain. Pain in the joints or back can also occur before a period begins. Cramps, which can be painful, signifies that menstrual bleeding is imminent.
Menstrual cramps and relief. Menstrual cramps are a common type of pain during periods and may be called dysmenorrhoea by doctors. Cramps are usually first experienced a year or two after starting having periods - starting menstruation. The pain can be mild or severe - and is usually felt in the lower abdomen or back. The cramping often begins just before or at the start of the period.